2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Rainier | tC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |